An accessible introduction to the whole of art history, from prehistoric times to the present day now revised and expanded.This updated edition includes over 25 new entries that expand the scope of the book further into the 21st century. Features 600 of the world s greatest works of art across all media (painting, sculpture, textiles, metalwork, ceramics), ranging from seminal masterworks to lesser known pieces in both the fine and decorative arts. Texts are written by 35 of the world s leading museum curators, academics and archaeologists and the easy-to-use chronological format featuring illustrated timelines, and a glossary of terms, schools and movements.